1999 BMW 529 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 529 | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |